Reference Checks

Automated reference checking that gets honest feedback faster. Digital questionnaires, fraud detection, and detailed reports — all in one platform.

< 24hrsAvg Response Time
95%Completion Rate
1 in 12Fraud Detected

Overview

Why Reference Checks?

Traditional reference checking is slow, inconsistent, and vulnerable to fraud. Phone-based checks take days of phone tag, produce inconsistent notes, and give candidates time to coach their referees.

Refchecks automates the entire process. Referees receive a secure digital questionnaire via email or SMS, complete it on their own time, and you get a standardised report with built-in fraud detection — all within 24 hours on average.

Every reference is cross-checked against our growing database of previous verifications. If a candidate's claimed employment history doesn't match what referees have previously reported, you'll know immediately.

What's Included

Reference Checks Features

Automated Outreach

Referees receive questionnaires via email and SMS. Automated reminders ensure high completion rates without manual follow-up.

Fraud Detection

Cross-references employment details against previous verifications. Flags discrepancies between what candidates claim and what referees report.

Standardised Reports

Every reference produces a consistent PDF report with ratings, comments, and a fraud risk assessment. Easy to compare across candidates.

Question Library

Choose from pre-built question sets or create custom questionnaires tailored to the role. Consistent questions mean comparable answers.

Mobile-Friendly Portal

Referees complete checks on any device. The portal guides them through each question — no app download required.

Real-Time Notifications

Get notified the moment a referee completes their check. Track progress for every candidate on your dashboard.

Process

How It Works

1

Submit a Request

Enter the candidate's details and referee contacts. Choose your question set and hit send.

2

Referees Complete Online

Referees receive a secure link and complete the questionnaire on their own time. Automated reminders follow up.

3

Review Results

Get a detailed report with ratings, comments, and fraud alerts. Download the PDF or view it on your dashboard.

Turnaround & Pricing

What to Expect

Turnaround Time

Average 24 hours

Included in all plans

From $49/month

Reference checks are included in your plan quota. No per-check fees.

FAQ

Reference Checks FAQ

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